Associations to the word «Localism»

Wiktionary

LOCALISM, noun. (countable) (linguistics) a linguistic feature that is unique to a locality
LOCALISM, noun. (uncountable) Attachment to a particular local place; feelings or policies which emphasize local phenomena

Dictionary definition

LOCALISM, noun. A phrase or pronunciation that is peculiar to a particular locality.
LOCALISM, noun. A partiality for some particular place.

Wise words

We should have a great fewer disputes in the world if words were taken for what they are, the signs of our ideas only, and not for things themselves.
John Locke